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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Reflecting Pool Nightstand

This sweet little nightstand came from a yard sale last fall. She sat buried in my garage all winter long.

A few weeks ago, I finally broke out the paint. I couldn't wait to use this color - Sherwin Williams Reflecting Pool. Isn't it pretty?

It was still pretty chilly outside, so I brought her inside for her makeover. After a light sanding and priming, she got two coats of this yummy color.

And if you've been here before, you can probably guess where I was going next. Yes, white glaze of course. I use all kinds and colors of glaze, but my favorite technique is to use Valspar's Clear Mixing Glaze with a little white paint. Here is the drawer after a light distressing, but before glaze.

I just mix the glaze and paint together in a plastic cup and brush it on liberally with a foam brush.

Then I wipe it off with a soft cloth. The finish is so soft and pretty.

And finally a coat of clear Minwax Paste Finishing Wax gave her a durable finish. Isn't she sweet? I love her curves and details! I had two oval glass knobs that were just the perfect finishing touch. And with the glaze and wax, she is silky smooth!

I'll definitely be using Reflecting Pool again. And if you haven't tried white glaze yet, I highly recommend it!

That is the most beautiful color- I love it! I haven't tried white glaze yet, but I need to. Your dresser has such a soft appearance; must be because of the glaze. The glass knobs are perfect. I'm visiting from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia.

What a pretty color and I love the glazing technique! I'm going to be finishing a couple of end tables soon and your project has inspired me.I found you from the link party.Renee@ reneeschirpings.blogspot.com

Thanks for sharing the color with us! I love it and am going to paint a piece with this color. I love to add a chair in these type colors to just sit amongst my ivy with a contrasting flower arrangement basket to sit atop it. Thanks for inspiring me to create. Stop by my blog often so that we can continue to inspire one another.

Oh and I have to tell you that I'm so glad I found you and your creativity that I've added your button to my blog so that I can visit often to be inspired. Please do the same if you would like! I'm now a "Follower"!

Sharon--its beautiful! Love that shade of blue. I've never seen a white glaze before and it is really a nice touch. You have an amazing way with furniture. Thanks so much for linking to STL Wednesday!Mary

Sharon-I absolutely love this color and the white glazing makes it perfect. I am at a conference with hubby all week and having a terrible time with internet and laptop...ugh- Hope your week is wonderful! xoDiana

I am in love with this table - the color is gorgeous. I'm so inspired by what you did, I am going to paint the little (old) bedside table in the guest room that color, and (for the first time) try my hand at glazing. I really love the look! Thanks for sharing with us at DIY by Design's party!

I love it! Nicely done...:) I noticed you were from Maryland. I live there when I was young...:) Hi, I'm Meme for Screaming Meme. I wanted to personally invite you to my Giveaway Series. My first giveaway is beautiful slipcover. If you get the chance stop in and remember to check back and see what I am giving away next. :) Hope to you see there!

So beautiful! Thank you for all the great tips and techniques for painting and glazing. I'm feeling so inspired to try my hand at doing a painted/glazed piece this summer...now to find the perfect little piece in need of a facelift!

Thank you for linking up such a treasure of a tutorial at " A Little Birdie Told Me..."!

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